Writer, Editor & Meeting Planner (DoD) at Ripple Effect

OverviewWriter, Editor & Meeting Planner (DoD) – Frederick, MD. Ripple Effect is looking for a Writer with at least 4 years of writing, editing, and engagement experience to support our client’s mission with the Army MRDC. The role involves writing and editing documents including speeches, marketing materials, proposals, reports, manuals, presentations, and other deliverables to support the Public Affairs Office for high-visibility, quick-turn requests.

ResponsibilitiesCollaborate & support the Command Information, Public Affairs, Protocol & Engagements Manager as needed, working with writer/editor personnel to develop story ideas and approaches, as well as experts throughout the command.Interview subject matter experts on complex issues and write plain-language newsletter articles ready for publishing.Gather information from various sources, assess presentation style during speaking engagements, and develop content and draft PowerPoint slide-sets, press releases, video scripts, informational products, and social media posts for annual campaigns.Edit a variety of written material, including internal and external command publications, to ensure they are error-free.Write and edit in Associated Press (AP) style and for web style with an understanding of operational security requirements.Assist and support events, VIP visits, and other MRDC Command engagements, including logistics support (e.g., lunches/coffee, name tags, take-away packets).Rapidly research topics and write talking points or speeches for executive leadership for military, industry, and academic events, conferences, symposia, graduations, partnership days, etc.Attend calendar scrubs and syncs to ensure coverage and awareness of command events.QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience

Bachelor\\\'s degreeAt least 4 years of writing experience in healthcare, research, or a regulated environment, to include speechwritingBasic Requirements

Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) writing style.Experience with health, medicine, and science topics, writing, and lay translationRelevant experience supporting military and/or Defense communications and outreach effortsExperience in event planning and support (e.g., logistics, implementation, advertising, content creation, post-event reporting, etc.)Experience working independently in a fast-paced environment where information and directions from multiple expert and leadership sources must be integrated to create a final productExperience communicating science and health topics to lay audiencesPortfolio that includes communications products (e.g., speeches, multimedia, press releases, presentations, event content) used by senior military leadershipMust be able and willing to report to client site (Frederick, MD) dailyTo be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what makes Ripple so great by checking out our capabilities.

About Ripple EffectRipple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains.

BenefitsRipple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences.

EEO Statement: Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at [email protected] or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.

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Experience: 3 years required